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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lao, Family Medicine Specialist in Franklin, VA?
Dr. Hayes Lao, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Franklin, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lao’s office at (757) 562-2158.
What languages does Dr. Lao speak?
Dr. Lao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lao typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lao diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Lao. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lao typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hayes Lao may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Lao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lao accept my insurance?
Dr. Lao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 562-2158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lao accept in Franklin, VA?
Dr. Lao in Franklin, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lao's office located?
What is Dr. Lao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427549476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lao
What is Dr. Hayes Lao's specialty?
Dr. Lao is a Family Medicine Specialist near Franklin, VA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Hayes Lao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lao is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hayes Lao accepting new patients in Franklin, VA?
Yes, Dr. Hayes Lao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hayes Lao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (757) 562-2158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hayes Lao?
Please contact Dr. Lao's office at (757) 562-2158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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